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In addition to Lyme disease, people in Canada are also worried about another tick-bourne illness migrating from the US: alpha-gal syndrome.

Dr. Kirk Hillier (Biology) and team are preparing for battle with an invasive species devastating our hemlock forests. In recreating a predator-prey relationship found on the west coast of Canada, they hope to control the population of these tiny but destructive pests.

Health units across the country are recommending that people check for ticks after they go outside. They cite a growing need for research on ticks, and the work Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) is doing to combat these pesky critters and the pathogens they carry.

Dr. Daniel Lametti (Psychology) is set to give a lecture on his area of expertise--AI--in an unusual setting. His talk will take place at a Toronto bar, as part of a growing market of boozy lectures.

You may think choosing a product labelled "diet," "light" or even "sugar-free" or "calorie-free" is healthier. But some new research suggests sweeteners - even ones labelled "natural" - can harm our health. Dr. Jennifer Brady (Nutrition & Dietetics) explains.

Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) is on the front lines combatting the invasion of ticks from the south in the new Canadian Tick Research and Innovation Centre.

Ticks are making their way north because of climate change. Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) is heading up the new Canadian Tick Research & Innovation Centre to help mitigage the risk coming to Canada with them.

Popular Science reported on research from Dayna Forsyth (Biology) and Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) and their UBC collaborators. It turns out, dosing a particularly aggressive species of fish with magic mushrooms helped them chill out and made them lazier.

The Caribbean Camera celebrates Portia Clark's forthcoming honorary degree from 网曝吃瓜, to be conferred at spring 2026 convocation.

After experiencing a traumatic loss at 14, 网曝吃瓜 psychology student Sophie Rae has been educating Nova Scotia's youth on how to be resilient in the face of mental health struggles.

Dr. Laura Ferguson (Chronicle Herald) says that even though there are more anecdotal reports of ticks this spring doesn't mean the population is climbing or showing up earlier. Just that education about ticks is working, and more people are on the lookout for these bloodsucking creatures.

Holland College students have a pathway to a university degree with a newly signed agreement with 网曝吃瓜.

Dr. Rebecca Casey (Sociology) says that the precarity of Nova Scotia's employees are not an inevitability. Rather they are a result of policy decisions.

CBC Radio reported on the new degree pathway for students beginning their sport recreation management education at Holland College and finishing it at 网曝吃瓜.

Military veteran turned 网曝吃瓜 rugby coach, James Alder, is podcasting to promote mental health through exercise.

Debate about possible privitization of water and wastewater services in Ontario has surfaced in light of new bills. Regarding private corporation incentive to efficiently deliver services (ie, keep costs low), Dr. Andrew Biro (Politics) says, "if cost is your only concern, then that's fine, but if you have other kinds of concerns 鈥� as I think we should with respect to water 鈥� then maybe you don't want to have the absolute lowest cost if it means sacrificing safety, for example."

Researchers from 网曝吃瓜 are key in studying the massive and diverse bird populations on Country Island.

Canada is well on its way to "tick soverignty" with the imminent opening of the Canadian Tick Research and Innovation Centre, under the direction of Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry).

Pianist Cindy Thong (School of Music) will be performing in concerts at the Yarmouth County Museum on May 16 and 1

With climate change bringing more variety to mosquito populations in Canada, there also comes a risk of increased threat of mosquito-bourne illnesses. Dr. Laura Ferguson warns that this is something we should be closely monitoring.

Drs. Casey and Brickner have published new research with the Canadian Center for Policy Alternatives on the state of precarious labour in Nova Scotia. The report found that 30.4 per cent of paid employees 鈥� approximately 131,000 workers 鈥� are in precarious jobs, with low wages, limited protection and job instability

The Canadian Press reported on new research on precarious labour in Nova Scotia. Dr. Rebecca Casey (Sociology) says that the system is not working as it is.

Sujit Acharya ('26) has grown his business selling Nepalese dumplings, momo, from the ground up. After graduating from 网曝吃瓜 and winning the Frank H. Sobeys Award, he is planning to expand his business in Halifax.

网曝吃瓜 researchers are working with Parks Canada to protect beach pinweed. They're investigating ways to germinate and grow the plant and transplant it in other locations that will be hospitable to it.

National Fisherman reported on the groundbreaking research showing that the Western Atlantic provides an important safe haven for bluefin tuna.

Workers at long term care homes are striking for better working conditions and pay. Dr. Rebecca Casey (Sociology) tells City News that the industry has long been facing high rates of burnout and poor worker compensation.

Seafood media reported on the groundbreaking research showing that the Western Atlantic provides an important safe haven for bluefin tuna.

Drs. Rebecca Casey, Rachel Brickner, and Sarah Rudrum are co-authors on new research from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives on the ongoing failures in long-term care in Nova Scotia.They found that the celebration of the heroes working in long term care from the early pandemic has largely been forgotten, despite persisting challenges.

An international team, including researchers from 网曝吃瓜, completed a wide-scale tagging roject on bluefin tuna. They found that due to lower fishing mortality rates in the Western Atlantic, the area serves a critical role in bolstering the population of this popular fish.

网曝吃瓜's therapy snake program made national headlines with a segment on The Moment on CBC's The National.

Dr. Jennifer Brady (Nutrition & Dietetics) chatted with CBC's Information Morning about what we can eat to look and feel our best--and avoid spending a pretty penny on cosmetic products for our hair and skin while we're at it. She says it's important to eat lots of protein because the benefits come from the inside out.

A slithery de-stressing opportunity was offered at the 网曝吃瓜 library this exam season with an opportunity for students to get up close and personal with snakes. The cuddly critters made news across the continent with over 200 mentions on news programs from CBC's The National to Good Morning Jacksonville to ABC Sacramentoand everywhere in between.

网曝吃瓜 students who travelled to Geneva to speak at the UN on the youth council for the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent spoke with Information Morning about the state of anti-Black racism in Canada and abroad.

CBC gave a special shout out to their very own Portia Clark who will be receiving an honorary doctorate from 网曝吃瓜 this May.

网曝吃瓜 students who travelled to Geneva to speak at the UN on the youth council for the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent spoke with Information Morning about the state of anti-Black racism in Canada and abroad.

Saltwire joined us in celebrating the news of the four outstanding Nova Scotians to receive honorary doctorates at the spring 2026 convocation ceremonies.

The Liberals now have a majority government. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with CTV Halifax and says that it doesn't necessarily mean the end of the floor crossings we've seen of late, though there will be less of a push from the Liberals.

Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) explains to the weather network that a cold winter doesn't necessarily mean fewer ticks in spring.

The Liberals have taken a majority after by elections this week. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) joined Maritime Noon to take questions from callers about what's happening in federal politics at this moment.

The UN General Assembly recently voted to recognize the trans-Atlantic slave trade as the greatest crime in humanity, but Canada abstained from the vote. Lerato Chondoma (AVP EDI-AR) spoke with CBC's Information Morning. She says it's demoralizing because it erases the historic and current impacts of the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

Cross Country Connection on CBC brought Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) on to take calls about whether or not floor crossing should be allowed in Canadian politics. Clip begins at ~44:00.

S.M.I.L.E. has made a new home for itself on the ice--and the program is thriving!

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that while elected politicians being able to move directly to a different party without a cooling off period is not ideal, equiring a by-election is definitely not the solution.

There are new restrictions to visitors to Nova Scotia's legislative sessions. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says these new rules are in line with what is in place in the rest of the country.

Emily Bremer (Kinesiology) spoke with CBC's Mainstreet about the transition of S.M.I.L.E. programming to the ice and how the participants and volunteers are thriving in the new environment.

Despite a cold winter, ticks are ready to make a strong appearance this spring, Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) tells CBC.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) told the Canadian Press that there are very limited instances in which cabinet confidentiality has been waived in Canadian politics, and that doing so in this instance might be a slippery slope.

The winners of the 2026 Sobeys Awards were presented with their prizes at the annual luncheon on March 27. A special congrats to 网曝吃瓜 student Sujit Acharya!

Chain Pickerel have invaded the water system at Kejimkujik, leading to a decimation of other fish species. Dr. Trevor Avery (Biology) says management could be as extreme as fish pesticide or as moderate as targeted fishing.

The Canadian Press reported on a recent blackmail threat to a Nova Scotian politician. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that threats and blackmail attempts are getting so bad that many people are choosing not to get involved in politics.

Nova Scotia announced the appointment of three new commissioners to the Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission, including Lerato Chondoma (Associate Vice President, EDI-AR).

Dr. Jennifer Brady (Nutrition & Dietetics) is part of Hungry Stories, an arts-based knowledge mobilization project addressing food insecurity reports Futurum.

Former NDP MP Charlie Angus came to 网曝吃瓜 to deliver a talk about the rise of fascism and the role of the "bystander," if such a thing exists in these times.

Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) spoke with Popular Science about how the cold winter will affect tick populations as we head into spring. She says that even with the long, cold winter we had, she isn't expecting a drastic decrease in tick numbers this summer.

Mike Beazley (Vaughan Memorial Library) says the new 网曝吃瓜 Centre for Critical Play allows scholars to engage with games in research "about games, with games, and through games."

The Premier of P.E.I. is hoping his one general mandate letter to ministers will result in less micromanaging of individual portfolios. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says this approach mirrors what Mark Carney is doing at the federal level.

The Alberta Premier falsely claimed that there is significant and unusual Liberal influence in higher court appointments. Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) says provincially and federally, 颈迟鈥檚 been a long-standing practice for governments in power to show some favouritism toward supporters of the ruling party.

The Axemen Basketball team clinched the AUS championship this weekend and are now ready to jet off to Calgary for the USPORTS national championship!

Dr. Jeffrey Sachs (Politics) penned an op-ed for the Chronicle of Higher Education about the pros and cons of institutional neutrality in higher education

In Ottawa, members of the Black Canadians Civil Society Coalition hold a news conference following the Canadian consultation by the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent.Lerato Chondoma (AVP-IDEA) calls upon the government of Canada to make structural harm legally relevant in Canada's justice system to combat anti-Black racism.

In a rare move, Nova Scotia's new budget will be presented on the opening day of legislature's spring session. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says there is a move both federally and provincially to rein in spending.

Now that there's been another defection from the Conservatives to the Liberals, the question of a snap election is on the table. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says the real story here is about Poilievre losing people.

Ruby Harrington ('25) spoke with Global News about the new report card on child poverty, on which she is a co-author with Dr. Lesley Frank (Sociology). She says what stands out in the report is how stagnant the numbers are.

There's been yet another floor crossing in parliament. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke to CBC's Power and Politics about how this one is different than the previous two in recent months. [clip starts at 1:11]

According to statistics in the 2025 Report Card on Child and Family Poverty, Nova Scotia has the highest rates of child poverty in the Atlantic region. Dr. Lesley Frank (Sociology) says that children and families deserve more than incremental change.

Despite a slight decrease, child poverty persists at alarming rates in Nova Scotia with over 40,000 children living in poverty. Dr. Lesley Frank (Sociology) told CTV news, 鈥淲e know what works. The question is whether this government is prepared to invest at the scale required."

网曝吃瓜's popular online module about understanding AI--and is risks to cognition--is now open to the public. Dr. Daniel Lametti (Psychology), who provides the lecture framework for the course says it's important to understand the differences between what AI and human thought do.

Halls Harbour has seen its share of infrastructure damage resulting from climate change in recent years. The community was just granted $800,000 for a project to improve climate resilence and sustainability, with the help of 网曝吃瓜 Community Development students, led by Dr. Glyn Bissix.

We're seeing heart eyes as we head into the Valentine's Day weekend with 网曝吃瓜 placing fifth in the best university to find love in Canada.

网曝吃瓜 student, Sujit Acharya, is one of the 2026 recipients of the Frank H. Sobey Award for Excellence in Business.

A local entrepreneur is turning food waste into mycilium-based protein powder with the help of Dr. Allison Walkers (Biology) lab.

Dr. Peter Ludlow (History and Classics) joined CBC's Maritime Connection to answer listener questions about how religion fits into modern life.

There are linguistic and stylistic similarities between a recent post from Newfoundland and Labrador's Premier and one from the US House Republicans. However, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that the similarity in wording was very likely not intentional, but that the echo in graphic design style is probably a result of a young staffer drawing inspiration from other political posts.

Nova Scotians hoping that the recent deep freeze will bring some relief from ticks next summer may be disappointed, Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) tells the Chronicle Herald.

The new 网曝吃瓜 Centre for Critical Play is open, and the interdisciplinary directors (Natalie Swain, History; Jon Saklofske, English; Mike Beazley, Academic Librarian) are excited to get people engaged with critical play.

In the wake of Prime Minister Mark Carney's rousing speech in Davos, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says it's of note that Carney's training is not in politics, but bureaucracy.

A company that began kinesiology taping with horses and dogs is moving into the human world, with the help of researchers at 网曝吃瓜.

Owner of micro green farm growing cancer-fighting food says he has had help developing his products from organizations including the National Research Council of Canada and 网曝吃瓜.

Dr. Michael Leiter (Emeritus, Psychology) talked about the severity of burnout in today's work culture and how it is different than stress with CBC. While employee burnout is experienced on a personal level, the problem lies with the employer.

Canada News Media covered Dr. Nicoletta Faraone's (Chemistry) recent Mitacs Innovation Award for her work on tick repellants.

Dr. Diane Holmberg (Psychology) and her graduate student, Sabrina Sgambati ('24) published new research on how romantic partners experience greater relationship well-being when they share high levels of comfort with physical affection.

A right to information request led to the release of empathy guidelines for staff in the New Brunswick Premiere's office. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says the guidelines are "fascinating," and could give people less of a sense of detachment from government. But the challenge is that empathy has to be genuine.

During Nova Scotia's drought in summer 2025, residential customers were asked to curb water usage. Dr. Martin Tango (Engineering) told CBC that water conservation measures may be inconvenient, but they鈥檙e an effective way of targeting high-consumption activities that won鈥檛 negatively impact the economy, people鈥檚 jobs, businesses or other parts of society. The biggest piece, he says, is having people understand why water conservation is important.

Justice Minister Scott Armstrong called into question whether sale of cannabis falls under treaty rights. Prof. Tuma Wilson (Politics) says the attorney general's stance is troubling while Mi鈥檏maw trading rights remain before the courts.

Mark Carney's first year as Prime Minister contrasts sharply with the Trudeau government's run. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) tells the Canadian Press that the two leaders, while leading the same party, have distinct images and leadership styles.

The tides are shifting on tidal energy, and 网曝吃瓜 researchers are riding the wave. Dr. Richard Karsten (Math and Stats) spoke with Climate Stories Atlantic about the future of tidal energy in the Minas Passage.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) told CBC's Power and Politics that if there's another Conservative that crosses the floor to the Liberals, they will be the most significant defector; he says they will be the "king maker," bringing the Liberals to a majority. [clip begins at 1:10]

The Newfoundland and Labrador government released a mandate letter on what it will be working towards in the coming months. Not all of the items in the mandate letter align with the campaign promises. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that while politicians will inevitably not be able to deliver exactly on platform promises, they have to be careful to not stray too far from what they've said they will accomplish.

Conservative MP, Michael Ma has crossed the floor from Conservatives to Liberals. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that there's a lot that goes into a floor crossing behind the scenes that we don't see.

As wells fill up after steady rainfall following a summer of drought, some Nova Scotians are finding their water has an odd colour. Dr. Ian Spooner (Earth and Environemtnal Sciences) says that it often isn't harmful, but does make the water unpleasant to drink. He says that if residents are concerned about discolouration they should have their water professionally tested to ensure it's safe to drink.

Yet another Conservative MP has crossed the floor to the Liberal Party. As the news breaks, CBC got Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) on the phone to talk about what this might mean for the future of Poilievre's leadership and the potential of a Liberal majority if more floor crossings follow.

Dr. Jennifer Brady (Nutrition & Dietetics) spoke with Maritime Connection about what ultra processed foods are, and what role they might play in our lives.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) and his co-author, Jared Wesley, joined CBC to talk about their new book, No I in Team. He spoke to the importance of a few independents being elected.

Ontario ran an ad about the "Ring of Fire" using footage from other regions as far afield as Russia and Sweden. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that because the footage isn't labeled, it's a "grey area" as to whether or not it's misleading.

Academica reported on the donation of the Gaspereau Press archives to 网曝吃瓜's archives at the Vaughan Memorial Library.

Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) told CTV news about the new tick repellent product she developed with AtlanTick that's earning her media buzz and awards.

Cottage Life reported on the exciting advances in tick repellent coming out of Dr. Nicoletta Faraone's (Chemistry) lab.

One way to encourage customers to make healthier choices at the grocery store is for products to have larger, easier to understand front-of-package nutrition info. Dr. Liesel Carlsson (Nutrition & Dietetics) told CBC that this also enourages producers to make healthier products to avoid getting negative labels.

CBC's Information Morning Fredericton called up Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) to talk about the increased risk of tick bites in the winter. She says that black legged ticks--the species that often carries lyme disease--are better at making it through colder months than other species.

An Alberta-Ottawa pipeline agreement is on the table, and Liberal MPs are holding their tongues. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says the real story here is how many Liberals from the Trudeau years are having to do a "complete head flip on so many things."

In an opinion piece for the Ottawa Citizen, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says political staff operate with a certain amount of opacity, making them "shadowy figures, operating largely under the radar while profoundly influencing the government we all rely on."

Quill & Quire, Canada's book industry news mainstay, reported on Gaspereau Press's donation of its entire working archives to 网曝吃瓜.

Because of climate change, tick season is lasting longer than it used to. Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) spoke with CBC about these blood-sucking pests and how we can protect ourselves.

CBC Radio called up Dr. Jonathon Fowles (Kinesiology) to chat about the new ParticipACTION adult fitness report card. He says that new research is showing that any movement is good, and that it doesn't need to be structured exercise in a gym to make a difference.

The ParticipACTION report card is out, and it tells us that Canadians need to move more! Only 46% of adults are meeting guidelines for physical activity. Dr. Jonathon Fowles (Kinesiology) spoke with Global News about why we aren't meeting targets and what we can do to improve.

Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) told the Weather Network all about her plans for the new Canada Tick Research Centre that she will be heading up thanks to new funding. They also reported on her new Mitacs award for an all-natural tick repellent developed in collaboration with AtlanTick.

Dr. Nicoletta Faraone's (Chemistry) Mitacs Innovation Award-winning research on tick repellents was highlighted by rabble in their coverage of this year's award winners.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) joined CBC's Power & Politics for a conversation on party loyalty, message discipline and the ethics of floor-crossing.He says that in Canada, party loyalty is too strong, and it prevents politicians from being themselves.

Polling found that just 52 per cent of Conservative supporters were satisfied or very satisfied with Canadian democracy. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says "U.S. President Donald Trump鈥檚 practice of stoking anger and frustration with institutions may have had a cross-border impact." But he says he's glad the research is being done; the only way to solve a problem is to talk about it.

网曝吃瓜 is playing a key role in advancing tidal energy in our country; the tidal energy project in the Bay of Fundy has received the regulatory approval needed to get work underway on the first three turbines.

Canadian SME Business Magazine highlighted the 2025 Mitacs Award winners, including Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry).

The Weather Network reported on Dr. Nicoletta Faraone's (Chemistry) newly developed fabric spray tick repellent.

Marine Renewables Canada congratualted the organizations involved in new tidal research in the Bay of Fundy on their new regulatory approval. 网曝吃瓜 is playing a role in the work looking at the effects of tidal energy development on fish.

Dr. Lesley Frank (Sociology) spoke with CKNW Mornings with Simi about the infant formula crisis in Canada and why formula is the most stolen product in the country.

In an interview with the Chronicle Herald, Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) says winning the Mitacs award for her innovative tick repellent spray is the highlight of her career.

The Bioscience Association of Manitoba highlighted each of the 2025 Mitacs Award winners, including Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) in a recent post.

Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) spoke with Global News Halifax about her Mitacs award for her lab's innovative new product in tick repellents developed with Atlantick. The product is a natural alternative to harmful chemicals like DEET.

Nova Scotia has finally been receiving some much-needed rain. For some, the taps are running again while others have yet to see replenished wells. Dr. Ian Spooner (EES) tells CBC's Maritime Connection that we "have a ways to go" when it comes to replenishing groundwater.

A rally gathered in Halifax to defend treaty rights. Dr. Geoffrey Whitehall (Politics) says Nova Scotia's government is pushing through legislation without proper consultation.

In a profile about Conservative MP Jivani, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says it's a good thing for individual MPs to get attention in order to keep power decentralized from party leaders.

The Ocean Sensor Innovation Platforms project 鈥� a collaboration between FORCE, 网曝吃瓜, the Confederacy of Mainland Mi鈥檏maq, and the Ocean Tracking Network, has received the DFO stamp of approval for its first three turbines.

Dr. Lesley Frank (Sociology) says we're in a formula crisis and that "something is terribly wrong," as parents struggle to afford to feed their infants. She told CBC that increasing the Canada Child Benefit amount could help parents afford to feed their children and that more formula needs to be produced in Canada.

The Weekly Voice covered CBC's article about the state of access to infant formula in Canada and Dr. Lesley Frank's (Sociology) research on the crisis.

Wellness is more about appearances than ever, with new wellness patches that purportedly support energy, sleep, clear skin, etc. Dr. Marianne Clark (Kinesiology) tells The Atlantic that wellness is not just about taking care of yourself; 颈迟鈥檚 about taking care of yourself in a visible and socially sanctioned way.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) joins the CKNW Mornings podcast to talk about whether or not we may see more Conservatives cross the floor.

Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) told CBC that floor crossing is fairly rare in Canadian politics, and we're especially unused to seeing a couple instances happen in such quick succession here in Nova Scotia.

Dr. Paul Doerr (History & Classics) explains how Halifax played a key role in a secret operation that ensured Britain's success in WWII.

On CBC's Maritime Noon, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) answered caller's questions about the new federal budget. He says that every now and then a budget comes along that people should pay attention to, and this is one of those times. He says that this budget represents a shift to a Liberal government that is right of centre.

The debate over striped bass and atlantic salmon in the Miramichi River rages on. Dr. Trevor Avery (Biology) says that striped bass may not be the reason for the decline in salmon population and that more monitoring is needed.

Bills have been proposed that would require college campuses in the United States to recognize Charlie Kirk. Dr. Jeffrey Sachs (Politics) told The College Fix that the state should refrain from requiring campus leaders to adopt a position on a controversial political figure or event.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that to lose Nova Scotia's voice in the Conservative caucus is a big blow to them.

Nova Scotian Conservative MP, Chris d鈥橢ntremont, has crossed the floor to join the Liberals, citing greater ability to represent his constituents in the government caucus. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) told the Canadian Press that it likely has to do with how much of a voice the MP felt he had in his former party.

Nova Scotians are still feeling the impact of this summer's historic drought. Dr. Ian Spooner (EES) tells the Guysborough Journal that 鈥渋t may take significant time, perhaps even a few years of normal precipitation, to reach the groundwater levels prior to the drought.鈥�

An Ontario anti-tariff ad got the attention of an enraged President Trump, who immediately cut off trade negotiations with Canada. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that in getting attention, the ad was successful. "He says the challenge for political advertising is to cut through the clutter, resonate with people and get their attention."

Upon news of funding for a new tick research centre at 网曝吃瓜, Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) tells CBC that "it [is] a dream come true... It's very rewarding that people believe in science."

Dr. Paul Arnold (Curry School of Engineering) took calls from listeners of CBC's Maritime Noon to answer their questions about their compost piles in the fall.

Households in Shelburne with dry wells are soon to lose one of two locations to access free public showers. Dr. Ian Spooner (EES) tells CBC that what's really needed is rain--and the good news is that dug wells tend to recover quickly with a good rain.

The Canadian Press reported on new research from 网曝吃瓜 and University of Alberta that shows the prevalence of climate change anxiety in Canada. Dr. Ashlee Cunsolo (Provost and Vice President, Academic) and her co-authors found that it is particularly high among Indigenous peoples, women, those living in Northern Canada and those with household incomes <$60,000鈥塁AD per year

Dr. Ian Spooner (Earth and Environmental Science spoke with CBC's Maritime Connection about what the drought means for Nova Scotians with wells. He says he's never seen anything like the lack of precipitation we've had in Nova Scotia over the last three months. He .

The results for the Newfoundland and Labrador election are in, showing a reverse in voting trends by region in the province. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says the political divide felt across other parts of Canada also played out in this election.

Dr. Ian Spooner (Earth and Environmental Sciences) spoke with Sheldon MacLeod in Halifax about the severity of Nova Scotia's drought and how much it is impacting our food systems.

Academica Group shared the exciting news about 网曝吃瓜's new School of Counselling.

Research conducted by former 网曝吃瓜 graduate student, Rebeka Howardson, and Drs. Kathryn Bell and Diane Holmberg (Psychology), was featured in a recent interview with with Chloe Tilley and Calum Macdonald in the UK.

Nova Scotia is experiencing exceptional drought. Dr. Ian Spooner (Earth and Environmental Sciences) told CBC that what's exceptional about it is not only the lack of precipitation, but the incredibly long periods of time between any rain whatsoever.

Dr. Rebecca Casey (Sociology) spoke with the Todd Veinotte show about her recent findings in her report for the Centre for Policy Alternatives. She goes into her analysis of the poor state of labour protections in Nova Scotia and her recommendations for improving them.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with CBC's Information Morning about the passing of 5 omnibus bills in Nova Scotia, and why this particular set of legislation is problematic. He says the lack of discussion around the bills "makes you wonder what the point is of having a legislature." 

The fall sitting of the Nova Scotia legislature has wrapped up. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) joined CTV Atlantic to talk about the short session and what's next in provincial and federal politics. 

The Nova Scotia government has introduced a controversial law that would make it illegal to block forest roads in the province. Professor Tuma Wilson (Politics) tells APTN that "Mi鈥檏maq have an inherent right to be on the land." 

This fall the Nova Scotia provincial government tabled 5 omnibus bills. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics), says this is an indicator that at a high level, 鈥渄emocracy is not functioning very well.鈥� 

As the Canada Post strike complicates campaigning for Calgary鈥檚 October 20 election, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) cautions that online campaign materials 诲辞苍鈥檛 have the same staying power as physical ones. 

An omnibus bill introduced in Nova Scotia would block forest access roads on crown land. Professor Tuma Sajek Wilson (Politics) explained to CBC that Mi'kmaq have an inherent right to be on the land. 

Renewable Energy World covered the exciting news about the federal government鈥檚 funding of the environmental monitoring for a tidal energy project in the Minas Passage. 

网曝吃瓜鈥檚 President, Dr. Jeff Hennssey, wrote an op ed for the Hill Times about the state of higher education in Canada as a rallying call to come together to care for our invaluable educational institutions.  

网曝吃瓜 is partnering with the provincial government to open a new childcare facility on campus. CBC interviewed Dr. Jeff Hennessy about the exciting news.

While two Alberta judges are being investigated for political contributions, Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) draws a distinction between a purposeful political donation and the oversign of forgetting to cancel a subscription. 

A tweet from Dr. Jeffrey Sachs (Politics) is cited as having drawn attention to a new bill that would require American universities to memorialize the death of Charlie Kirk. 

Dr. Jeffrey Sachs (Politics) explains that what sets the current moment in US culture apart from previous iterations of 鈥渃ancel culture鈥� is that decisions are coming from elected officials. 

At a time when we most need to develop clean energy, 网曝吃瓜's Tidal Energy Institute (ATEI) is playing a central role in supporting responsible tidal power development in the Bay of Fundy by producing the science, tools, and evidence regulators, developers, and communities need.

Parliament is back in session, and 迟丑别谤别鈥檚 a lot to talk about! CTV brought Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) on to talk about 飞丑补迟鈥檚 next for our government. 

The Provincial Government announced $356,214 in funding for 网曝吃瓜鈥檚 new biocontrol facility, led by Dr. Kirk Hillier (Biology) that will produce natural predators of the hemlock woolly adelgid, an invasive insect that is killing our province鈥檚 Hemlock trees. 

, CBC News and Global News covered the news.

The Miramichi River is a battleground for groups advocating for the conservation of Atlantic Salmon or Striped Bass. Dr. Trevor Avery (Biology) is on the side of the Bass, which are better suited to our current environment. 

A new petition to prevent politicians from lying may not be the solution to preventing political misinformation, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) tells the Canadian Press. 

Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) spoke to CBC about why ticks 诲辞苍鈥檛 like the hot and dry conditions that Nova Scotia has been experiencing all summer. As a result, they have been less active, possibly reducing their population. 

Dr. Zoe Panchen (Biology) spoke to CTV about why this summer鈥檚 drought might mean a less vibrant fall. 

驰辞耻鈥檝别 heard of Brat summer, not get ready for 鈥渢inned fish summer,鈥� which is what summer 2025 has been dubbed. Dr. Jennifer Brady (Nutrition & Dietetics) joined CBC鈥檚 Information Morning to talk about exactly what this means. 

Dr. Daniel Lametti (Psychology) answered readers' questions about AI and the classroom for the Globe and Mail. 

In a moving eulogy, Dr. Paul Abela (Philosophy) pays tribute to the fallen classroom mainstay of days gone by: the overhead projector.

Dr. Jennifer Kershaw (Biology) explains to CBC that the early arrival of fall colours in the Maritimes has been brought on by trees going into survival mode during the drought. 

Dr. Kirk Hillier鈥檚 (Biology) lab is working to determine the best way to address the HWA infestations devastating Nova Scotia's hemlocks without sacrificing biodiversity.

Lot has been happening in politics as things ramp up at the end of the summer. Pierre Poilievre is back on Parliament Hill, and Prime Minister Mark Carney had a call with President Trump. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) joined CTV Atlantic to talk about all of it. 

Research being conducted in Dr. Nicoletta Faraone鈥檚 (Chemistry) lab on lemongrass oil as a natural tick repellant was covered in an NSERC research story. 

The province of Nova Scotia saw its last significant rainfall in June. Dr. Ian Spooner (Earth and Environmental Science) told CBC that while we're no stranger to drought, this year is different.

Cow products are sweeping the wellness industry. Dr. Marianne Clark (Kinesiology) tells The Atlantic that part of the appeal of bovine products is the pastoral wholesomeness associated with them.

Students and staff at the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens have spotted the return of an endangered bee in their midst, thanks to their efforts to restore native plants and the pollinators essential to their success.

Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) and master鈥檚 student Kathryn Spicer and 4th year honours student Leah MacLean are using community science to help them collect mosquito samples for their study into the impacts of climate change on local mosquito populations.

At least 5 current cabinet ministers in the Newfoundland provincial government will not be running in the election later this year. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with CBC about what this means. 

The summer tourist season is off to a sluggish start here in Nova Scotia, which means there is a lower employment rate in our province. Dr. Andrew Davis (Economics) told CTV news that he 颈蝉苍鈥檛 surprised by the increase in Maritime unemployment.  

In an article about plants that repel ticks, House Digest cited research from the Faraone Lab (Chemistry) on lemongrass oil鈥檚 ability to keep the pests at bay.

Dr. Mary Sweatman (Community Development) spoke with CBC about the rising number of people experiencing homelessness in rural Nova Scotia.

As New Brunswick braces for the hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA), the Telegraph Journal tapped Dr. Kirk Hillier (Biology) to talk about the invasive species and the damage it can do to old growth forests.

Saltscapes spoke with Professor Amanda Peters (English) about her runaway hit debut novel and 飞丑补迟鈥檚 next for her writing career.

Tick populations are on the rise in Nova Scotia, but Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) is keeping us up to date on the potential threat of ticks and the diseases they carry.

Dr. Liesel Carlsson (Nutrition and Dietetics) spoke with CBC about how Canada鈥檚 new nutrition warning labels could lead to healthier products at a low cost.

The Faraone Lab (Chemistry) has discovered that a fungus growing in the soil in the Annapolis Valley is an effective tick killer. Dr. Nicoletta Faraone and Dr. Luis Anholeto (Chemistry) spoke with CBC's Information Morning all about it.

As the Carney government pushes Bill C-5, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) asserts that the deemphasis on public consultation in favour of expedited infrastructure approvals raises concerns about the bill鈥檚 democratic nature.

Researchers at 网曝吃瓜 have been awarded $320,643 from the province of Nova Scotia to create a self-sustaining farm-to-school initiative.

Global News New Brunswick called up Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) to talk about the risk of ticks in the Maritimes.

CBC explained how the beloved annual Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens' native plant sale is playing a role in restoring biodiversity in Nova Scotia.

Dr. Ahlam Rahal (School of Education) has received funding from Nova Scotia鈥檚 Office of Addictions and Mental Health to study psychosocial challenges and strength of equity-deserving college students in Nova Scotia.

Dr. Jeffrey Sachs (Politics) was quoted in an article about academic freedom for the New York Times.

Dr. John Waldron (Earth and Environmental Science) spoke with CBC about what makes Cabox Aspiring Geopark worthy of UNESCO recognition.

Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) talks tick awareness and prevention.

Opinion piece that profiles Dr. Ian Spooner (Earth and Environmental Science) and his impact on the reality TV show The Curse of Oak Island.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) comments on the first federal Conservative MPs elected in NL in 20 years and how it highlights the rural-urban divide in voters.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) walks us through what to expect from the throne speech and the kickoff of the Carney government.

Professor Carly O鈥橬eill (Kinesiology) is bringing exercise rebab to COPD patients across the Maritimes with online classes that both help them recover physically and have the added bonus of creating community and promoting mental health.

Maritime Connection brought on Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) to take calls from listeners about ticks.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says 颈迟鈥檚 鈥渞efreshing鈥� to see the Liberal caucus consider taking some control over the leadership of their party. 

As the warm weather is bringing us outside, ticks are front of mind for many outdoorsy folks! Based on research from Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry), Hunker recommends lemongrass essential oil for repelling these pesky critters.

Dr. K茅sa Munroe-Anderson (School of Education) and two students from 网曝吃瓜鈥檚 first Africentric B.Ed. Cohort, Charmaine Willis and Tristan Sampson, spoke with CBC鈥檚 Information Morning about how the program is addressing the lack of representation of Black teachers in Nova Scotia. 

After a Quebec riding was decided by just one vote in Canada鈥檚 recent federal election, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says the question of where to go from here should be decided by the courts.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) explains how Carney鈥檚 cabinet picks 鈥渂lend experience with putting his own stamp on things.鈥�

Carney鈥檚 first cabinet has been announced. Some faces are new, and some are familiar. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) breaks it all down with CTV Atlantic. 

As one Quebec riding was decided over the weekend by a single vote, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says the case of the Terra Nova-The Peninsulas riding is likely to be used as an example of why every vote counts in future elections.

Dr. Andrew McIntyre (Computer Science) took questions from callers on CBC鈥檚 Maritime Connection in a conversation about AI and its future in both education and the workforce.

Lerato Chondoma spoke with CBC鈥檚 Information Morning about her office鈥檚 new portfolio in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism. She says that 鈥�diversity is our superpower and equity is inclusion for everyone.鈥�

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) explains how pre-election funding announcements are an example of 鈥渢he rules of the game tilting in favour of the governing party鈥�

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) urges Canadians to consider the context of Indigenous and remote communities when comparing voter turnout in the North to the rest of Canada.

The day after a roller coaster election night Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) explained what it all means for Canada in a conversation with Krissy Holmes on CBC鈥檚 On the Go.

Now that the federal election is over, the new government and the country can look to the road ahead. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke to CBC鈥檚 Information Morning to talk about the future challenges facing Prime Minister Mark Carney and his cabinet

The morning after election day, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) debriefed with CBC about the close results, Trump鈥檚 influence, mail-in ballots and more.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) explains why 颈迟鈥檚 important that no party has a clear sweep across any region.

Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) says that the strategy of Liberal candidate for Kings-Hants, Kody Blois, to connect with farmers using his personal brand is 鈥渟age.鈥� 

Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) took calls on CBC鈥檚 Maritime Noon about the federal election about 飞丑补迟鈥檚 motivating them to vote.

Just a few short days before the federal election, Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) spoke to CBC鈥檚 Information Morning about our local riding of Kings-Hants. 

In a piece for The Logic examining 笔辞濒颈别惫谤别鈥檚 career, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that his version of the Conservative Party is what some would call 鈥渃ommand and control.鈥� 

网曝吃瓜 grad Kimberly Samuel (鈥�12) uses music therapy to help a broad spectrum of patients in her practice, Harmony Through Music Therapy. 

As we reach the final countdown before our election, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke about the "surge of civic engagement鈥� leading to high advance voting turnout. 

Advance polling for our federal election saw record numbers. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says 颈迟鈥檚 likely due, in part, to 鈥�a heightened sense of civic duty in the face of American expansionism.鈥� 

Our approaching election could, says Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) fundamentally alter Canada鈥檚 multi-party system. 

News of Dr. Nicoletta Faraone鈥檚 (Chemistry) work in tick repellants is making its way across the country! This feature on Ontario ticks draws on her work. 

Dr. Jeffrey Sachs (Politics) spoke to the Daily Blast podcast about how Trump鈥檚 threat to Harvard University might be challenged. The podcast episode was also featured in .

As the Liberal leader receives endorsements from high-profile Canadian celebrities, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that while this type of support brings more awareness to a candidate, it likely won鈥檛 result in higher turnout at the polls.

The Weather Network visited Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) in her lab to talk about her research in tick repellents.

Terrell Roulston (Research Associate, Biology) explains why 颈迟鈥檚 important to plant wild-type native plants to better support native pollinators.

In an age of social media and adversarial debates, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) makes the case for lawn signs and townhalls.

In the wake of Harvard鈥檚 stand against threats of government restrictions, Dr. Jeffrey Sachs (Politics) was quoted in an article covering alumni and community support for the university鈥檚 stand.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with The Canadian Press about how some Nova Scotians are weighing the pros and cons of voting for Liberals and Conservatives this election.

Dr. Mark Mallory (Biology) and Dr. Nelson O'Driscoll (Earth and Environmental Science) talked to CBC about their labs' research on mercury levels in Nova Scotian coyote populations, and why 丑别鈥檚 concerned about contaminents showing up in wildlife.

Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) spoke with CBC how crowd size at events, media strategies, and debates affect voters.

In an interview with The Chronicle Harold, Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) explains how her lab鈥檚 investigation into tick sensory systems led to breakthrough research in effective natural repellants.

Global News spoke with Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) about her research into natural alternatives for tick repellants.

The K.C. Irving Environmental Sciences Centre and the Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens have partnered with Halifax Seed to sell seeds of the Cutleaf Coneflower and the Joe-Pye Weed, two native Nova Scotian pollinators. Melanie Priesnitz (Harriet Irving Botanical Gardens) and Sappho Thompson (first year, Community Development and Music) talked to CTV about the collaboration.

Dr. Paul Arnold (Curry School of Engineering) took calls from maritimers about how to make the most out of their compost piles this spring.

Tick season is here and new research is putting a theory to the test: is lemongrass really an effective repellent? Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) chatted with CBC鈥檚 Bob Murphy about what her research means for the future of tick repellants.

滨迟鈥檚 tick season, and Maritime Noon wants to know how Nova Scotians can repel these creepy critters this summer. Dr. Nicoletta Faraone (Chemistry) called in to talk about her research on lemongrass to keep ticks at bay.

Do Canadians have their local candidates or party leaders on their minds when they go to the polls? According to the research, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says the majority of Canadians will be thinking on a national level in a federal election campaign, save for smaller communities where the circles of connection are much tighter.

A group protesting Canada鈥檚 electoral system is creating a long ballot in one Ottawa riding. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics), says that while the protest is unlikely to change the result of the vote in that riding, it does bring attention to the fact that this electoral issue needs to be fixed.

Third-year environmental science student, Rowan Norrad, was featured as part of the University of Hawaii鈥檚 coverage of a multi-institution team of students that won $10,000 an international pitch competition focused on approaches for removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Polls are showing an early election cycle swing to Liberal support across demographics, including young voters. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics), says that though 颈迟鈥檚 early, it feels like the 鈥渇ocusing event鈥� of the election鈥擠onald Trump鈥檚 tariffs鈥攈as already happened.

As the Conservative poll numbers drop in light of threats to annex Canada to the United States, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke to what sets the Conservative Party leader apart from other populists.

How does the NDP fit into the upcoming federal election when it is being so heavily influenced by outside pressures鈥攏amely, the new US President. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke to CBC about how the NDP is being 鈥渟queezed out鈥� of this month鈥檚 race.

Nova Scotia鈥檚 population has been rising and 颈迟鈥檚 changing up the map for federal elections. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that shifts in the map are not always smooth a process.

A panel of four 网曝吃瓜 political science students, Jocelyn Boudreau (fourth year, politics), Anne Christie (fourth year, politics), Esther Uhlman (third year, politics), and Stirling Shannon (third year, politics), joined CBC鈥檚 Information Morning to talk about youth voter disengagement.

Research done by Dr. Michael Sheppard (F.C. Manning School of Business) on small and medium-sized enterprises in Canada, and which internationalization strategies lead to the most innovation, is discussed in the context of the New Zealand government鈥檚 push for greater exports in a piece for University of Aukland.

Canada is going into a snap election next month! Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with CBC about what will be top of mind for Nova Scotians heading into election season. 

ABC News Australia interviewed Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) about his take on how the American President might influence the upcoming Canadian election.

Newfoundland TV鈥檚 鈥淚ssues and Answers鈥� called on Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) to talk about the new Carney government.

CBC鈥檚 Maritime News called up Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) to talk about the flagging voter turnout numbers in Canada.

Dr. Michael Leiter (Emeritus, Psychology) spoke to how burnout happens and what you can do to avoid it for The New York Times.

CBC covered the work being done by the Hillier Lab (Biology) to monitor  populations of the invasive beech leaf-mining weevil.

CTV Atlantic called on Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) to chat about the Liberal Leadership race and what things will look like for our country going forward.

In an interview for The Walrus, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) speaks to the uncertainty of the upcoming Canadian election and what it might mean for NDPs in Atlantic Canada. 

Dr. Jennifer Brady (Nutrition and Dietetics) is working with a team to put out a children鈥檚 book to educate the youth about food insecurity.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke to why 颈迟鈥檚 good for democracy when an independent candidates get a victory. 

Dr. Matthew McSweeney (Nutrition and Dietetics) talked to CBC about how 丑别鈥檚 incorporating seaweed into food products for the benefit of people, planet, and profit. 

The Canadian Press called on Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) to weigh in on the sudden resignations of two Atlantic premiers in the last week. He says the moves are 鈥減erplexing鈥� because neither leader was behind in the polls.

The Newfoundland Premier鈥檚 surprise resignation could send political shockwaves through Canada, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) tells CBC.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with Global News Morning, Halifax about the changes made in the Nova Scotia government last week that are creating 鈥渆xecutive creep鈥� in the Houston government.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) talked to CBC's Information Morning, Cape Breton about the implications of the changes to the relationship of Nova Scotia's Legislature and Auditor General.

Dr. Graham Daborn (Emeritus, Biology) talks the "Trump effect" on the development of Nova Scotia's wind power sector with CBC.

The Nova Scotia provincial government made some big changes to the way it plans to operate during this mandate. CBC's "Information Morning" called on Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) on what it could mean for democracy in Nova Scotia. 

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) discussed how the leadership transition in the Liberal Party, following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation, presents a rare chance for MPs to speak freely and advocate for their constituents.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke about the power of the borrowed term 鈥渋ncumbent鈥� in Canadian elections.

In the void left by the USAID suspension, Dr. Liam Swiss (Sociology) says countries like Canada may feel pressure to fill in the foreign aid gaps. 

Rev. Dr. Marjorie Lewis (Manning Memorial Chapel) is participating in a panel discussion on "The State of the Jamaican Woman."

Dr. Liam Swiss (Sociology) commented on the US foreign aid relationship with Ukraine over the years for the Kyiv Independent.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) explained the benefits and pitfalls of parties hosting their fundraisers in private homes rather than public places. 

The Liberal party is limiting voters in its leadership race to Canadian citizens or permanent residents to stave off foreign interference. Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says the change 蝉丑辞耻濒诲鈥檝别 come much sooner.

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation called on Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) for his take on the political upheaval in Canada this week.

The Canadian Press asked Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) about the reputational highs and lows Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has experienced over the course of his political career.

The Globe and Mail reached out to Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) to get his thoughts on the resignation of Justin Trudeau.

Maritime Noon rang up Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) for their phone in segment so he could answer questions aboutPrime Minister Justin Trudeau鈥檚 intention to resign.

CTV Atlantic called on Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) to discuss the ramifications of the resignation of Justin Trudeau [clip begins at 29:00].

In an interview with CBC, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is losing control of the Liberal Party.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) commented on Premier Holt鈥檚 decision to allow her caucus members to vote outside party lines on issues outside of campaign promises.

Dr. Laura Robinson (English) joined host of CBC鈥檚 Commotion, Elamin Abdelmahmoud, to talk about all the ways Anne of Green Gables has been adapted for the page, stage and screen 鈥� and why audiences 肠补苍鈥檛 get enough.

Dr. Lesley Frank (Sociology), co-author of the Nova Scotia Poverty Report, spoke with the Cape Breton Post about the 鈥渁larming鈥� rates of child poverty in Nova Scotia.

In an interview with CBC about the N.B. Premier's possible deficit in her first year, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says it's reasonable to give newly elected officials a grace period.

Dr. Lu铆s Anholeto (postdoctoral fellow, Biology) spoke with Pest Control Technology about his research on a fungus that kills ticks.

The Annapolis Valley Register covered 网曝吃瓜 Laboratory for Agri-Food and Beverage鈥檚 exciting new funding from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency.

The Coast reported on the newly released 2024 report card on child and family poverty in Nova Scotia, co-authored by Dr. Lesley Frank (Sociology) from the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) Spoke with CHQR Calgary about what Freeland鈥檚 sudden resignation means for the federal Liberal party. [clip begins at 7:10 am]

Nutrition & Dietetics student, Catherine Matthews, talked to Saltwire about her experience helping her community develop healthy eating habits through the C.H.A.N.G.E. program.

CTV Atlantic asked Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) whether or not Monday鈥檚 changes in Ottawa could trigger a confidence vote.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) chimed in on the analysis about what Monday鈥檚 Ottawa shakeup might mean for federal politics moving forward. 

Saltwire covered the announcement of Janice MacNeill鈥檚 generous contribution to the Build: TheStudentCentre campaign.

The New York Times spoke got Dr. Mark Mallory鈥檚 (Biology) take on the mass die off of common murres in Alaska.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with CTV Atlantic about Atlantic premieres鈥� reactions to the federal tax holiday. [segment begins at 26:15]

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with CBC about how social media can allow politicians to create a false sense of transparency.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) commented on the choice to limit media access to the announcement of the new provincial government鈥檚 cabinet.

Dr. Anna Robbins (School of Divinity) spoke with Faith and Leadership about her experiments with AI in the theology classroom.

Food Technology Magazine reported on new research from Dr. Matthew McSweeney鈥檚 (Nutrition & Dietetics) lab about consumers tolerance of grape pomace in pasta sauce.

Dr. Laura Robinson (English) was interviewed on CBC Radio's Island Morning to discuss the Anne of Green Gables manuscript housed at the Confederation Centre for the Arts in Charlottetown and its recent addition to the UNESCO Canada Memory of the World project.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) commented on the 鈥渇rustrating鈥� but ultimately 鈥渦nsurprising鈥� low voter turnout in Nova Scotia鈥檚 provincial election.

Dr. Julia Poertner (Languages and Literatures) answered questions from callers about the possible rise of global fascism. [segment begins at 10:20]

Dr. Trevor Avery (Biology) weighed in on the heated debate between preservation of striped bass and Atlantic salmon in the Miramichi River.

In the wake of the Conservative victory in Nova Scotia鈥檚 provincial election, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with CBC Newfoundland and Labrador about the implications for other upcoming provincial elections. 

CBC鈥檚 Information Morning debriefed with Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) on the Conservative party win in Nova Scotia鈥檚 provincial election.

Dr. Daniel Lametti (Psychology) joined the Invisible Machines podcast to talk about his experiences building AI Agents

L.M. Montgomery鈥攁uthor of beloved Anne of Green Gables books鈥攊s turning 150 this month. Dr. Laura Robinson (English) spoke with Christian Science Monitor about why Anne still resonates a centry and a half later.

On the eve of the provincial election, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) joined CTV to talk about the election. 

In a CBC article about what the early polls for the NS provincial election suggest, Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) cautions against relying too heavily on polling data for predicted outcomes.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with the Canadian Press about the race for second place in this week鈥檚 provincial election.

The Pathfinder talked to Dr. Kait Pinder (English) about her path from Doctoral student to Associate Professor at 网曝吃瓜.

As global temperatures rise, ticks are posing more of a threat to Canadians through the winter. Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) spoke with CTV about the expanding tick population and season here in Canada.

As a member of the regional assessment committee, Dr. Graham Daborn (Biology) spoke to CBC about the newly proposed development sites for offshore wind energy projects.

Information Morning election watcher, Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) weighed in on the 2024 leaders debate for the upcoming provincial election. 

CBC鈥檚 Information Morning spoke with Dr. Michelle Boyd (School of Music) about the life-changing trip she led the 网曝吃瓜 Singers on to France and Belgium, retracing the steps of 网曝吃瓜 students-turned-WWI soldiers a century ago.

Maritime Connection is talking all things election season with the help of Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics).

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with CBC about the challenges independent candidates will face in the upcoming provincial election.

Dr. Rachel Brickner (Politics) joins Maritime Noon to discuss the US Election results and how they might impact Canada 

Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) talked about Premiere Tim Houston鈥檚 campaign strategy in the upcoming provincial election.

In the wake of recent low voter turnout, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) says now is the time for the provincial government to encourage voter engagement.

Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) discussed the incoming New Brunswick Premiere鈥檚 dualling promises of spending and avoiding a deficit with CBC.

What should a playground do for kids? Dr. Janet Dyment (Community Development) talked to PRB Magazine about why 颈迟鈥檚 important for playgrounds to encourage creative play. 

Dr. Paul Arnold (Ivan Curry School of Engineering) answered listener questions about all things fall composting on CBC鈥檚 Maritime Afternoon.

The Nova Scotia election is in full swing, and Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) is talking all things politics with CBC's Information Morning.

Conservation advocates at the UN鈥檚 biological diversity convention are making a case for fungi to be classified as separate from plants and animals. Dr. Allison Walker (Biology) spoke with CBC鈥檚 鈥淭he Current鈥� about just how exciting a development this is!

In their coverage of the Nova Scotia snap election called by Premiere Tim Houston on the weekend, Global News spoke with Dr. Alex Marland (Politics).

CBC interviewed Dr. Laura Robinson (English) about the history of the house that L.M. Montgomery once called home.

Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) spoke with CBC about what the results of the New Brunswick election means for federal Liberal party.  

In advance of municipal elections, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke about the importance of political engagement on a local level with Global News Halifax. 

Dr. Trevor Avery (Biology and Mathematics & Statistics) weighed in on the impact of obstruction of the Avon River on fish populations for The Narwhal.

In advance of the Halifax election, Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) comments on the recent political apathy amongst Canadians for City News.

Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) weighs in on the quiet nature of the New Brunswick provincial election on CBC.

Is door knocking having a renaissance? Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) explained to CBC how the practice fits into modern campaign mobilization.

Dr. Michael Leiter (Psychology), spoke on his decades of research about burnout with CBC鈥檚 Bizdigest. [Media link unavailable.]

CBC reached out to Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) to talk about the lack of candidates in upcoming municipal elections in Nova Scotia. 

Dr. Donna Sears (School of Business) clarifies how the government鈥檚 recent support offer to the wine industry falls short of the recommendations in her report, co-authored by Dr. Terrance Weatherbee (School of Business).

The 网曝吃瓜 community was a host to Elder Piita Irniq as he built an inukshuk on campus.

Saltwire spoke with Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) about the lack of engagement in Nova Scotia鈥檚 local politics leading up to municipal elections.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with CBC about the central promise of the Higgs campaign.

The Globe and Mail spoke with Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) about what the future for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau might look like.

In their post-debate debrief, Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) spoke with CBC鈥檚 鈥淚nformation Morning 鈥� Fredericton鈥� to discuss New Brunswick鈥檚 upcoming provincial election.

Dr. Fikir Haile (Politics) was cited in a recent piece for The Conversation about the changing face of Ethiopia鈥檚 capital city.

网曝吃瓜 graduate, Jara de Hoog (BScH 2024), is the lead author, alongside co-authors Drs. Andrew Biro (Politics) and Alice Cohen (Environmental and Sustainability Studies), on a new climate policy report. Jara spoke with CBC about the ways that Nova Scotia鈥檚 climate action plan relies too heavily on technological changes rather than cultural, collective actions.

Prof. Allison Smith (Law and Society) spoke with CBC about consent and sexual violence prevention on Nova Scotia campuses.

Dr. Michael Stokesbury (Biology) spoke with CBC about how changing ocean temperatures are affecting the stocks of tuna and how they show up in the St. Lawrence Seaway.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) spoke with the Toronto Star about the Trudeau government鈥檚 plans for a carbon pricing ad campaign.

CBC鈥檚 On the Go spoke with Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) about how the end of the NDP-Liberal agreement 鈥渃hanges things in Canadian politics for the foreseeable future.鈥�

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) joined CTV to discuss the implications of the end to the NDP-Liberal supply-and-confidence agreement.

CBC reported on Dr. Laura Ferguson鈥檚 (Biology) mosquito surveillance network that tracks the impact of climate change on Maritime mosquito populations. Community engagement stations monitored by 网曝吃瓜 undergraduate student, Lillian Ricker, enlist the help of New Brunswickers with collecting mosquito samples. 

Dr. Jennifer Brady (Nutrition and Dietetics) spoke with Portia Clark on CBC鈥檚 Information Morning about the exciting possibilities and potential downsides of AI-driven apps in precision nutrition.

Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) spoke with Maritime Connection on CBC about a member of the arachnid family that is becoming more of an issue across Canada every year: ticks! (Interview begins at 1:53.)

Dr. Rachel Brickner (Politics) joined CBC鈥檚 Maritime News to discuss the many 鈥�unprecedented鈥� features of the upcoming election in the United States, from a candidate with multiple felony convictions, to the potential outcome of a woman of colour in the Presidency, which Dr. Brickner says would be 鈥渁n incredible historical moment.鈥� (Interview begins at 16:36.)

Dr. Jennifer Brady (Nutrition and Dietetics) spoke with CBC鈥檚 Information Morning about how researchers are increasingly finding that social factors such as poverty and racism can lead to chronic illnesses like insulin resistance.

Dr. Jeffrey Sachs鈥檚 (Politics) recent opinion piece in The Chronicle of Higher Education was cited in an article on academic boycotts and the Israel war for Just News.

Dr. Michael Leiter (Psychology, Professor Emeritus) was interviewed in an article that appeared in The Seattle Times about the importance of support and resources when dealing with workplace burnout.

网曝吃瓜's Dr. Jennifer Brady (Nutrition & Dietetics) spoke on CBC's Information Morning about PFAs (Polyfluorinated Alkyl Substances), industrial chemicals that get into our bodies, and what we can do to limit our intake over time.

Laura Churchill Duke (Kinesiology) wrote an article for Saltwire about how students and parents can prep for success as they head off to university. Gary Doucette (Technology Services), Dr. Karen Kendall (Kinesiology), and Dr. Randy Newman (Psychology) contributed their insights for the piece.

Dr. Paul Abela (Philosophy) wrote an op-ed in the Winnipeg Free Press about how American and Canadian politicians avoid the term "working class".

A new study published by 网曝吃瓜 instructors (led by Kendra Sampson) looks into rock rose and its ecosystem. Collections Manager Alain Belliveau was also featured in the piece.

Dr. Dave Shutler (Biology, professor emeritus) leads students at 网曝吃瓜 in research to better understand and track parasites impacting moose and deer populations.

Dr. Erin Crandall (Politics) contributed insights in this National Post piece on the Canadian Judicial Council panel decision to sanction Court Justice Diana Piccoli for her political donation.

Dr. Alex Marland (Politics) was the featured guest on NTV's Issues & Answers to provide commentary on various political news items.

Dr. Dave Shutler (Biology, Professor Emeritus) was quoted in this provincial news release about 网曝吃瓜鈥檚 research to better understand deer infections (and potential threats to moose populations).

网曝吃瓜's Dr. Cara MacInnis (Psychology) worked alongside the University of Calgary's School of Nursing team in this study that showed how compassion is critical in patient experiences at the ER.

Dr. Laura Ferguson (Biology) shared tips with City News about the importance of checking yourself for ticks after being outside.

Jarislowsky Chair and 网曝吃瓜 politics professor, Dr. Alex Marland, weighs in stories coming out of the Prime Minister's Office.

网曝吃瓜 Nutrition & Dietetics professor, Dr. Jennifer Brady, provided information and context about this popular style of healthy eating.

网曝吃瓜 Philosophy professor Dr. Paul Abela penned this op-ed about the award-winning writer's legacy now that it's been revealed her husband abused her daughter.

CBC nutrition columnist and 网曝吃瓜 Nutrition & Dietetics professor, Dr. Jennifer Brady, explains how we treat and talk about bodies has wide-ranging impacts on kids.

Dr. Michael P. Leiter (Psychology, professor emeritus) studies burnout and shares how difficult it is for workers to pull themselves out of it.

网曝吃瓜's Dr. Aaron Taylor and his dig crew of students were featured for their work to repatriate fallen WWII soldiers in Austria.

鈥淥bviously, the Liberals are under a lot of pressure to send a minister to go out on the attack,鈥� Alex Marland, a professor of Canadian politics at 网曝吃瓜, told Canada鈥檚 National Observer at the time.

鈥淭hey're worried鈥� They see Poilievre and the Conservatives as a threat. If they did not see them as a threat, then they wouldn't bother.鈥�

鈥淲e all have fears,鈥� points out Doug Symons, a clinical child psychologist at 网曝吃瓜 in Canada. 鈥淲hen they鈥檙e excessive and begin to interfere with your life, we define them as phobias.鈥�

鈥淢ainstream ideas about 飞丑补迟鈥檚 healthy and 飞丑补迟鈥檚 not healthy shift over time and across social and cultural contexts, and these shifts shape what we do, what we eat, what we believe is healthy, and how we feel about these things,鈥� says Marianne Clark, a professor in the School of Kinesiology at 网曝吃瓜, noting these ideas are circulated in the media, popular culture, celebrity culture, and educational systems.

Alex Marland, a professor of political science at 网曝吃瓜, said the Liberals face a choice between exploiting a long-standing digital advertising strategy and remaining consistent in their messaging.

"The challenge I think for them is they've got to decide whether [it's] worth the sort of allegations of hypocrisy that would arise if a Liberal government is saying they're opposed, and yet the political party is saying it's OK. They've managed to kind of walk that tightrope so far," he said.

"I'm not so sure the average Canadian is paying attention, so that's probably why. But in the heat of an election campaign?"

Laura Ferguson, an associate professor at 网曝吃瓜's biology department who studies ticks and their responses to climate change, supports the province spreading more awareness.

"I think that's really important and I'm actually really glad they're doing that because the more we can be proactive about tick bites and infections associated with tick borne diseases, I think that's going to be ... sort of our best tool in our toolbox," Ferguson said.

鈥淚 have a hard time believing that they're going to move the needle in the election in terms of votes,鈥� said Alex Marland, a professor of Canadian politics at 网曝吃瓜. But, he said, 鈥渕aybe their goal is to move the needle in terms of conversation.鈥�

(CBC NS) "It isn't for the faint of heart or the weak in the nose... it is a little mental leap to get over that you are cutting and opening deer heads,鈥� says 网曝吃瓜 biology student Willow Bennett. She is researching brain worms in white-tailed deer.

鈥淭here were sturgeon swimming up and down the rivers with the dinosaurs,鈥� says 网曝吃瓜 researcher Dr. Mike Dadswell. He is part of a team of researchers tracking the fish in the Annapolis River.

SALTWIRE - 鈥淚鈥檓 good with most terrestrial birds, but I鈥檝e still got a lot of seabirds to learn,鈥� says 网曝吃瓜 master's student Jessie Wilson. She is part of an at-sea expedition cataloguing for the Eastern Canada Seabirds at Sea survey.